• A poor defensive efficiency within the chilly: The Dolphins had 23 missed tackles in opposition to the Packers within the Lambeau Discipline chilly, contributing to their 30-17 loss.
• Bucky Irving delivers for the Buccaneers: The Buccaneers rookie working again had a career-high 148 dashing yards within the 26-23 win versus the Panthers.
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Detroit Lions 23, Chicago Bears 20
Why the Lions received: Regardless of a Jahmyr Gibbs fumble and no dashing landing, the Lions’ dashing assault continued to tempo the offense and was extremely influential in getting factors on the board. The Lions rushed for 194 yards on 33 makes an attempt, averaging 5.9 yards per try as a group. Gibbs had 4 rushes of over 10 yards, whereas David Montgomery chipped away on the Bears protection, dashing for 88 yards on 21 makes an attempt. Altogether, the working backs mixed for 132 yards after contact.
Why the Bears misplaced: The Bears scored extra touchdowns than the Lions, however finally teaching errors price them as soon as once more. Chicago’s last drive, which acquired inside Lions territory, was a large number that culminated with Matt Eberflus not utilizing the Bears’ last timeout as they arrange for the ultimate play. A powerful second half was thrown away by poor playcalling, execution and decision-making.
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Dallas Cowboys 27, New York Giants 20
Why the Cowboys received: The Cowboys protection beat up Drew Lock and the Giants’ offensive line. Lock was sacked eight occasions by the protection, and the Cowboys’ cross rush generated 28 complete pressures within the sport. Star Micah Parsons generated seven pressures and three sacks, incomes a 90.3 grade, whereas 5 different defenders recorded a sack. Dallas turned in a dominant efficiency up entrance.
Why the Giants misplaced: On the flip facet, the Giants’ cross rush simply couldn’t make a dent within the Cowboys’ offensive line. New York didn’t register a single sack within the sport and solely pressured Cooper Rush on 18.9% of his dropbacks. Rush had been flustered within the pocket continuously, so the Giants failing to take action was a giant miss.
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Inexperienced Bay Packers 30, Miami Dolphins 17
Why the Packers received: Jordan Love was wonderful at transferring the ball in a clear pocket. The Packers quarterback was stored clear on 64.3% of his dropbacks and accomplished 15-of-18 makes an attempt for 219 yards and one landing, plus was credited with a big-time throw. Love averaged 12.2 yards per try in a clear pocket, in comparison with simply 5.5 yards per try when pressured. He was capable of get to the correct throws and lead his receivers into further yards from these clean-pocket throws.
Why the Dolphins misplaced: The chilly acquired to the Dolphins in Lambeau Discipline in a poor defensive efficiency. The Packers rushed for 114 yards on the bottom, averaging 4.6 yards per try, however the Dolphins protection made life simple for them. Miami missed 14 missed tackles on the bottom, and 23 in your entire sport. The lack to wrap up carriers allowed the Packers to increase drives, hold the ball of their fingers and put on down the Dolphins protection.
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Kansas Metropolis Chiefs 19, Las Vegas Raiders 17
Why the Chiefs received: The Chiefs protection stood agency within the moments that mattered regardless of struggling for a lot of the day. Kansas Metropolis allowed 6.9 yards per play and permitted the Raiders to have one among their most proficient days on the bottom all yr, however the massive moments have been evident. The Chiefs held the Raiders to only 3-of-12 on third down, held them scoreless within the purple zone and got here up with an enormous game-winning compelled fumble. In the end, 5 Chiefs gamers posted an general grade over 70.0.
Why the Raiders misplaced: The Raiders outgained the Chiefs by over 100 yards however couldn’t capitalize on their alternatives. Together with failing to transform typically on third down, the Raiders missed three area targets within the sport, with Daniel Carlson changing simply 1-of-4 makes an attempt on Black Friday. All of Carlson’s missed makes an attempt have been over 50 yards, however he earned a area purpose grade of simply 29.1. These 9 factors left on the board have been pricey.
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Houston Texans 23, Jacksonville Jaguars 20
Why the Texans received: The Texans offense wasn’t at its greatest on Sunday, however issues simply feel and appear higher when C.J. Stroud is focusing on Nico Collins. The connection proved fruitful once more, as Stroud related with Collins on eight of 11 targets for 119 yards, with Collins notching a 78.9 receiving grade. Houston might depend on Collins getting yards every time the Texans wanted manufacturing.
Why the Jaguars misplaced: The Jaguars’ secondary struggled in protection, with 4 of the beginning secondary members incomes protection grades under 60.0. Ronald Darby, Tyson Campbell and Darnell Savage allowed a mixed eight receptions on 12 targets for 130 yards and a landing.
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Washington Commanders 42, Tennessee Titans 19
Why the Commanders received: The Commanders put forth a powerful efficiency on the bottom in opposition to a often stout Titans run protection. The offense rushed for 267 yards and three touchdowns on 45 makes an attempt, with 4 Commanders rushers — together with Chris Rodriguez, who amassed a 90.0 dashing grade — accruing at the very least one rush of over 10 yards.
Why the Titans misplaced: Will Levis was sacked simply twice by the Commanders, however the Titans’ offensive line struggled to guard the second-year quarterback as he was pressured 21 occasions. On high of that, Levis has a penchant for holding onto the ball too lengthy and drifting into stress. It’s tougher to work when constantly pressured.
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Los Angeles Chargers 17, Atlanta Falcons 13
Why the Chargers received: The Chargers protection put in a powerful efficiency. Except for forcing 4 interceptions, LA amassed 29 stops on protection — reflecting tackles that contributed a failure for the offense. These stops constantly put the Falcons in robust spots and allowed the Chargers to realize momentum. Twelve LA defenders recorded at the very least one cease.
Why the Falcons misplaced: The Falcons misplaced the turnover battle 4-to-11, with Kirk Cousins displaying up as the primary offender within the sport. Cousins earned a 41.5 general grade within the sport and threw 4 interceptions, with all 4 being credited as a turnover-worthy play. Cousins struggled all sport in opposition to the Chargers protection, and people 4 picks — with one being returned for a pick-six — proved pricey.
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Pittsburgh Steelers 44, Cincinnati Bengals 38
Why the Steelers received: Russell Wilson threw for over 400 yards in opposition to the Bengals and was picture-perfect on throws of 10 yards or extra, finishing 8-of-8 makes an attempt for 204 yards and two touchdowns whereas incomes a 90.0-plus passing grade. Any time the Steelers wanted him to push the ball downfield, he might, and it labored to nice impact. Wilson earned an ideal 158.3 passer ranking and was credited with two big-time throws on these makes an attempt.
Why the Bengals misplaced: Cincinnati struggled to take down the Steelers’ vast receivers, with 263 Pittsburgh’s 413 receiving yards approaching yards after the catch. The Bengals missed six tackles in protection, whereas the Steelers averaged 9.1 yards after the catch per reception — almost a further first down per catch.
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Seattle Seahawks 26, New York Jets 21
Why the Seahawks received: Geno Smith and the Seahawks offense weren’t wholly constant in opposition to the Jets, however Smith’s potential to go off-script, hold downs alive and make massive performs together with his arm confirmed up when the Seahawks wanted it probably the most. Smith accomplished 4-of-5 passes over 20 yards for 107 yards, incomes a 94.6 passing grade whereas compiling three big-time throws.
Why the Jets misplaced: The Seahawks protection restricted the Jets within the second half, holding them scoreless, and issues have been made robust for Aaron Rodgers when Seattle pressured him. Rodgers was pressured 14 complete occasions, and on 11 complete dropbacks, however struggled when underneath duress. He accomplished 3-of-9 makes an attempt for 29 yards and was sacked twice, compiling only a 44.4 general grade.
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Indianapolis Colts 25, New England Patriots 24
Why the Colts received: The one-two punch of Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor received on the bottom for the Colts. Richardson and Tayor rushed for 144 yards and a landing on 34 carries, averaging 4.2 yards per carry. Taylor was the constant rumbler, churning out the robust brief yards behind the Colts’ offensive line, whereas Richardson posted three rushes for over 10 yards en path to a 76.6 dashing grade.
Why the Patriots misplaced: The Patriots’ cross rush struggled to make a lot of an impression in opposition to a powerful Colts offensive line, however after they did, Richardson struggled. He was pressured on 36.0% of his dropbacks and earned a 50.4 passing grade whereas throwing two interceptions. Nevertheless, the Patriots solely pressured Richardson 10 complete occasions and didn’t sack him as soon as.
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Minnesota Vikings 23, Arizona Cardinals 22
Why the Vikings received: The Cardinals blitzed Sam Darnold on 46.2% of his dropbacks in an try and fluster the usually streaky quarterback, they usually sacked him 4 occasions. Nevertheless, Darnold responded in fashion when Arizona introduced an additional rusher, finishing 9-of-13 cross makes an attempt for 124 yards and including three big-time throws. Darnold recorded an 89.6 general grade when blitzed, and was capable of alter rapidly by ripping the ball into tight home windows in massive moments.
Why the Cardinals misplaced: The Cardinals let a giant lead slip, and Kyler Murray’s struggles when pressured by the Vikings protection have been key. Murray earned a 28.2 passing grade on 17 pressured dropbacks, finishing simply 5-of-12 cross makes an attempt for 30 yards whereas throwing two interceptions and being credited with 4 turnover-worthy performs.
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Los Angeles Rams 21, New Orleans Saints 14
Why the Rams received: Matthew Stafford has been wonderful when protected up entrance this season, producing a 91.3 general grade in clear pockets 2024, and he was the important thing for the Rams within the win over the Saints. The Rams stored him clear on 69.2% of his dropbacks, and Stafford accomplished 13-of-18 cross makes an attempt for 174 yards and two touchdowns to associate with a 90.0 general grade and two big-time throws.
Why the Saints misplaced: The Saints have been chewed up on the bottom by the Rams, permitting 156 yards and a landing on 29 complete makes an attempt at 5.4 yards per carry. The New Orleans protection struggled at first contact too, with the Rams averaging 3.24 yards after contact per try. LA additionally mustered six complete rushes of over 10 yards, with Kyren Williams doing the majority of the harm. Sunday was a foul day on the workplace in opposition to the run for Darren Rizzi’s group.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26, Carolina Panthers 23
Why the Buccaneers received: The Buccaneers acquired an enormous day from rookie working again Bucky Irving, who carried the ball 24 occasions for 148 yards and a landing whereas including three catches for 33 yards. Irving averaged 6.2 yards per try, compelled 4 missed tackles, ran for over 10 yards 4 occasions and amassed an 83.0 general grade. He got here up with the products in a detailed sport.
Why the Panthers misplaced: On the flip facet, the Panthers’ dashing sport struggled in opposition to a agency Buccaneers protection. Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks carried the ball a mixed 18 occasions for 61 yards, incomes 3.3 yards per try, whereas Hubbard was credited with a pricey fumble in extra time. That fumble allowed the Buccaneers to drive down the sphere and get the win.
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Philadelphia Eagles 24, Baltimore Ravens 19
Why the Eagles received: Saquon Barkley was the distinction for the Eagles once more. His first half was sluggish, however Barkley erupted with a 25-yard landing run within the fourth quarter to offer the Eagles the sting. The working again carried the ball 23 occasions for 107 yards and a landing, forcing 5 missed tackles and including three rushes for over 10 yards. His potential to interrupt out massive runs has been key for Philadelphia this season, and people moments have felt inevitable.
Why the Ravens misplaced: The Ravens misplaced by 5 factors however left seven on the board attributable to two missed area targets and an additional level try from Justin Tucker. Tucker was as soon as probably the most constant kicker within the NFL, and arguably the most effective in league historical past, however he’s struggled all season. He earned a 30.9 area purpose grade in opposition to the Eagles and missed a 47-yarder, a 53-yarder and an additional level. Had he made these kicks, the Ravens might have received this sport.
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Buffalo Payments 35, San Francisco 49ers 10
Why the Payments received: The Payments went berserk on the bottom in opposition to the 49ers, dashing for 220 yards and three touchdowns on 38 makes an attempt and averaging 5.8 yards per try. James Cook dinner and Ray Davis mixed for 5 rushes of 10-plus yards, and the Payments averaged 3.79 yards after contact per try. In different phrases, Buffalo ran everywhere in the 49ers.
Why the 49ers misplaced: Adversarial climate circumstances meant that the 49ers might by no means actually get the passing sport going. Brock Purdy secured solely a 50.2 passing grade, finishing 61.2% of his passes for 94 yards and being credited with three turnover-worthy performs. Issues acquired harder for Purdy when he was pressured, and he posted a 27.5 general grade when underneath duress and didn’t even full a cross.
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Denver Broncos 41, Cleveland Browns 32
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